2023 BIKE SHOWCASE

Bmw

BMW’s boxer-powered sport tourer receives a series of upgrades for 2023 including the addition of multiple new standard features. BMW’s Dynamic Traction Control, ABS Pro and Dynamic Brake Control are now all included as standard equipment on the R 1250 RS. The introduction of the new ECO ride mode allows the rider to achieve maximum fuel efficiency and range. Other standard features include a 6.5-inch full-colour TFT display, LED headlight and signal lights, Hill Start Control, USB charging socket and a four-way mechanically adjustable windscreen.

2023 BMW R 1250 RS

MSRP: $18,295

Engine: Air/liquid-cooled two-cylinder boxer

Displacement: 1,254 cc

Weight: 243 kg (535.7 lb), wet

Seat Height: 819 mm (32.2 in)

Fuel Capacity: 18 L

Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally

Ducati has expanded their Multistrada lineup with the introduction of the all-new 2023 V4 Rally model. Designed to travel maximum distance across various terrain without sacrificing rider or passenger comfort, this latest Multistrada V4 features a 30-litre fuel tank and roomier seating space. A Minimum Preload function allows riders to lower the bike when stopping or travelling at low speed, while the Easy Lift function utilizes the motorcycle’s suspension system to reduce the amount of effort required to lift the motorcycle off the sidestand. Ducati’s Travel and Radar package, which includes adaptive cruise control and blind spot detection, aluminum panniers, heated grips and seats, engine guard plate and black tubeless rims, is included as standard equipment on the all-new Multistrada V4 Rally.

Displacement: 1,158 cc

MSRP: $33,995

Engine: Liquid-cooled, 90-degree V-four

Weight: 260 kg (573 lb), wet

Seat Height: Adjustable 870-890 mm

Fuel Capacity: 30 L

2023 KTM SX-E 3

MSRP: $5,889

Engine: Air-cooled, 48 V-BLDC Motor

Displacement: N/A

Weight: 39.2 kg (86.4 lb)

Seat Height: Adjustable 600-555 mm (23.6-21.8 in)

Range: 2-hour average

The introduction of the all-new SX-E 3 reaffirms KTM’s focus on expanding both their appeal to younger riders as well as their e-bike lineup. Created as an entry-level motorcycle, the SX-E 3 incorporates the KTM SX-E 5’s chromium molybdenum frame, WP suspension and lightweight construction into a package suitable for smaller and younger riders. Featuring a lower-output version of the same permanent magnet electric motor found in the SX-E 5, the SX-E 3 provides an average of two hours riding time per charge, with a full charge from empty to full taking approximately 70 minutes when connected to any 110or 230-volt outlet. The SX-E 3 is fitted with 10-inch wheels and a manageable seat height of 600 mm (23.6 in), which can be reduced to 555 mm (21.8 in).